NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra pricing
Apache Cassandra · NetApp Instaclustr · snapshot captured June 2026
NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra is a managed Apache Cassandra offering from NetApp Instaclustr. It uses per-node-hour management fee on top of cloud vms. Its representative entry tier is production-tiny (m4.large) per node at ~$250/mo. Per-node-hour fee on top of (or bundled with) the underlying cloud infrastructure cost. Free tier: Free developer-node trial (Non-Production SLA). Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
Source: NetApp Instaclustr pricing. Data as of June 2026.
NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra pricing tiers
| Tier | Specs | Hourly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Developer node | t2.small (1 core / 2 GB / 5 GB SSD) | — | ~$20/mo | Non-Production SLA; from ~$20/month/node. |
| Professional node | t2.medium (2 core / 4 GB / 30 GB) | — | ~$124/mo | ~$124/month/node. |
| production-tiny (per node) | m4.large (2 vCPU / 8 GB / 250 GB) | — | ~$250/mo | Smallest production node; ~$250/month. |
| 3-node production cluster | 3 x production-tiny | — | ~$750/mo | Smallest production cluster; ~$750/month. |
Source: NetApp Instaclustr pricing. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
At a glance
| Cost factor | NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra |
|---|---|
| Engine | Apache Cassandra |
| Vendor | NetApp Instaclustr |
| Pricing model | Per-node-hour management fee on top of cloud VMs |
| Representative tier | production-tiny (m4.large) per node (~$250/mo) |
| Storage / extras | Per-node-hour fee on top of (or bundled with) the underlying cloud infrastructure cost. |
| Free tier | Free developer-node trial (Non-Production SLA). |
| Region note | AWS/Azure/GCP/on-prem; price varies by node size, cloud, region and SLA tier. |
Source: NetApp Instaclustr pricing page. Data as of June 2026.
Cost pros & cons
Where Instaclustr saves money
- Fully managed open-source Cassandra with SLA tiers
- Free developer-node trial to evaluate
- Run-in-your-own-account option for cost control
Watch-outs
- Per-node management fee is on top of the cloud VM cost
- 3-node production minimum (~$750/month) is a real floor
- Exact per-region rates are behind a JS/login-gated calculator
Accuracy note: Node prices are from Instaclustr blog/'developer nodes from $20' pages and review aggregators, not a live calculator; the per-node-hour model and free dev tier are confirmed.
NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra vs similar offerings
How NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra compares with other managed Apache Cassandra and adjacent offerings:
| Offering | Engine | Representative tier | Est. monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra (this offering) | Apache Cassandra | production-tiny (m4.large) per node | ~$250/mo |
| DataStax Astra DB | Apache Cassandra | Free allowance / pay-as-you-go | Free / usage |
| Amazon RDS for MySQL | MySQL | db.t3.medium (2 vCPU / 4 GiB) | ~$52/mo |
| Google Cloud SQL for MySQL | MySQL | 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) | ~$101/mo |
| Azure Database for MySQL | MySQL | D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) | ~$125/mo |
| PlanetScale | MySQL | PS-10 (smallest realistic production cluster) | ~$39/mo |
Frequently asked questions
How much does NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra cost?
NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra uses per-node-hour management fee on top of cloud vms. Its representative entry is production-tiny (m4.large) per node at ~$250/mo. Per-node-hour fee on top of (or bundled with) the underlying cloud infrastructure cost. snapshot captured June 2026 — verify on the vendor's pricing page.
Does NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra have a free tier?
Yes. Free developer-node trial (Non-Production SLA).
What is the cheapest NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra tier?
The smallest tier is Developer node (t2.small (1 core / 2 GB / 5 GB SSD)): ~$20/mo. Non-Production SLA; from ~$20/month/node. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
What should I watch for in NetApp Instaclustr for Cassandra pricing?
Watch-outs: Per-node management fee is on top of the cloud VM cost; 3-node production minimum (~$750/month) is a real floor; Exact per-region rates are behind a JS/login-gated calculator. Node prices are from Instaclustr blog/'developer nodes from $20' pages and review aggregators, not a live calculator; the per-node-hour model and free dev tier are confirmed.
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Source & accuracy
Figures are a dated snapshot from NetApp Instaclustr's pricing page (snapshot captured June 2026). Managed-database pricing is volatile and varies by region, tier, storage and discounts — verify current prices on the vendor's page before purchasing. This is an informational comparison, not a quote. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20